The Modern Mamas Podcast

In this episode, Laura sits down with Roseann Capanna-Hodge, mental health trailblazer, founder of The Global Institute of Children’s Mental Health, and media expert who is, “Changing the way we view and treat children’s mental health." Roseann shares her wisdom around the long-term impact of the Pandemic on children, signs and symptoms of anxiety in children, promoting coping skills and resilience in children, and so much more. This feels more important than ever, and we hope you'll tune in! You can find Roseann on her website or on Instagram! Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Four Sigmatic Paleovalley --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this catchup episode, Jess and Laura sit down and get deep real quick, processing and reflecting on the year that was 2020 and talking out intentions for 2021. They also share intimacies of social media free holidays with families, life updates, and so much more. As we round out this year, we also want to pause to THANK YOU. This community has without a doubt been a highlight of this year for us. We are so grateful and excited for what's to come. Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! Thank you to our sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Four Sigmatic PaleoValley --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this episode, Jess sits down with Adina Rubin, strength coach and nutritional therapy practitioner to dive into how developing true strength affects our hormonal health in a frank and candid conversation. We chat: what strength training is/isn't what hormones are affected why those hormones are crucial to optimal health the potential effect of over-exercising how developing muscle mass makes for happy hormones and how to know if your body is responding well to your mode of exercise For honest and direct info on food and movement, follow along on Instagram at @adinarubin_ Check out her website: adinarubincoaching.com Stay tuned for the launch of her podcast: Get Your Sh%^ Together Shop now for The Modern Mama Box! Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals Four Sigmatic PaleoValley --- Support thi

In this week’s Modern Mamas Podcast episode, Laura sits down with Ashely Brown. She’s a wife, momma of 2, and creator and owner of Routine and Things, which equips women to consistently live their happiest life using routines. Ashley strongly believes routines are a form of wellness and can be a beautiful springboard for improving your home, yourself, and your life. We dive deep into the ways moms can start, maintain, and enjoy routines to help us flourish! Ashley will also be a special guest in next month’s virtual retreat! Don’t miss this one, friends! Here Ashley online at routineandthings.com  or find her on Instagram!  Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals Four Sigmatic Paleovalley --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

This week, Laura and Jess catchup on life updates, share plenty of real talk, give the sweet details about the first ever Modern Mama Box (there are still some left, friends!), chat holiday traditions and more.  Don't miss out! Shop now for The Modern Mama Box! Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals Four Sigmatic Paleovalley --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this episode, Jess sits down with Barbara Schreihans of Your Tax Coach,  a tax consulting company. Barbara helps business owners, entrepreneurs and self-employed individuals save money in taxes, and can look at a tax return and within seconds, tell you some tax strategies that could save you thousands of dollars per year. We cover how transforming your relationship with money can change your life, and some actionable steps to start reclaiming your relationship with money in a positive way.  Other topics include: what is a money mindset what is abundance vs. scarcity mindset why is talking about money taboo how money can be a wedge in relationships Follow along on Instagram at @yourtaxcoach Check out their website: https://www.yourtaxcoach.biz Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals Four Sigmatic Paleov

This week’s Modern Mamas Podcast episode is an interview with Rachel Wakely. She’s a group fitness instructor and personal trainer from San Luis Obispo on a mission to empower womxn through fitness. She’s tired of fitness being a space of punishment and shares in this episode about her work to make fitness a space where we can celebrate our bodies, allowing fitness to be the ultimate expression of self love. Laura and Rachel chat all about the ways womxn can become more confident, take more risks, and live the life they truly want to live. Find Rachel on Instagram at @rachelwakley and her website: rachelwakley.com Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals Four Sigmatic Paleovalley --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this episode, Jess and Laura come together for some quick updates, holiday fun, and a whole lot of gratitude. We are forever grateful for this community, for your support, and for the friendships, solidarity, growth, and love that have come from this podcast. We are thankful for YOU! Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals Four Sigmatic Paleovalley --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this episode, Jess sits down for another episode with Dr. Ann Barter, a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, to chat all about neurotransmitters, specifically dopamine and serotonin.  These two neurochemcials are associated with mood, cravings (sugar and alcohol), disordered eating and the list goes on and on.  This is an incredible topic, especially right now considering that many people are experiencing chronic stress on a daily basis right now.  Come learn how these neurotransmitters can be affecting your whole life! We'll be exploring: what are neurotransmitters learn about the two big neurotransmitters, dopamine and serotonin How are our health and lifestyles affected by Neurotransmitters What can we do in our lives to optimize their intended affects How the current global pandemic affecting neurotransmitters Find Dr. Barter @altfammed Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals Four Sigmatic Paleovalley Connect wit

In this week’s episode of the Modern Mamas Podcast, Jess and Laura sit down for a candid catchup. We jump into the real and raw FAST, sharing life updates, emotional processing, and tough love. We hope you’ll tune in. Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals Four Sigmatic PaleoValley Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

This week, Laura sits down with Lori Epting, licensed clinical mental health counselor and author of From Chaos to Connection: A Marriage Counselor's Candid Guide for the Modern Couple. She specializes in marriages and relationships, and brings so much wisdom to this episode, including some tips and tools that might not be what you expect. We could all use practical tips and realistic expectations to help our relationships through all seasons. We are grateful for Lori and this important conversation helping to de-stygmatize therapy and relationship struggles because we all have them. Learn more on Lori’s website at https://www.loriepting.com/ Connect with Lori on Instagram at @loriepting Thank you to our Sponsors; use code modernmamas for 15% off! Beekeeper's Naturals  Four Sigmatic Paleovalley Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclusives! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this episode, Jess sits down with Mackenzie Neally of the Enlighten Me podcast to chat all about the basics of ethical clothing production and making it as accessible as possible.  We’ll be talking transparent manufacturing, environmental sustainability, fashion waste, natural vs. synthetic fibers, being ethical at home, and more!  Come listen and learn all about: Fast fashion vs. slow fashion What makes clothing ethical/sustainable What is fashion waste top tips for transitioning to ethical and sustainable clothing in your own home Ethical brands to buy new from Tips to buying second hand clothing Connect with Mackenzie on IG @theheartfelthippie Thank you to our Sponsors! Shop 15% off Beekeeper's Naturals products with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Four Sigmatic products with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Paleovalley with code: modernmamas Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join our Patreon community for behind the scenes exclu

In this week’s episode of the Modern Mamas Podcast, Jess and I sit down for another catchup, and I spill all the juice details of this move, how we’re settling in, school for Evie, the return of my fifth vital sign, what’s next for us, and more. Jess dives into her latest life updates, including some big steps she’s taking for her health. We hope you’ll tune in! Thank you to our Sponsors! Shop 15% off Beekeeper's Naturals products with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Paleovalley with code: modernmamas Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this episode, Laura sits down with Michelle Tagge, NTP, mama of two, voice behind the Nourished and Nurturing Podcast, and co-author of the Postpartum Guide.  They talk all things nourishment and self care postpartum, setting mamas up to thrive in those weeks after baby, experiencing postpartum during Covid quarantine, and so. much. more. Michelle is a wealth of knowledge and her approach is such a breath of fresh air. We hope you'll tune in! Find Michelle's Postpartum Guide HERE. Tune into the Nourished & Nurturing Podcast HERE. Thank you to our Sponsor! Shop 15% off Four Sigmatic products with code: modernmamas Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this episode, Jess sits down with her Melissa Guevara, a good friend and Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, BIRTHFIT for Everyone. Melissa not only has a master's degrees in Early Childhood Special Education and Administrative Services, but also works as a Special Education Administrator all while raising her incredible three-year old autistic son. In this episode we get to talk about: How her journey thus far as a parent with an autistic son has changed her perspective on parenting and teaching Why Equal access and normalizing “different” is so deeply important and how the greatest challenge of the disabled community is society itself Her work in the birth world and the intersectionality of her advocacy for disability and maternal rights and so so much more! Follow along on Instagram at @melissa.a.guevara  and @birthfitforeveryone_nonprofit Check out the website: Nonprofit.birthfit.com Thank you to our Sponsors! Shop 15% off Four Sigmatic prod

In this episode, Jess and Laura get together for another much needed catchup episode. Laura shares the latest updates on what's become a post-evacuation complicated move and the challenges, heartache, and hope that have come with it. And Jess dives deeper into life in the midsts of transitioning the kiddos back to school and the complicated feelings that come with that. Tune in for life updates, feeling updates, community updates and so much more. We also announce a fun monthly GIVEAWAY! We hope you'll tune in, and we'd love to hear from you! Shop 15% off Beekeeper's Naturals products with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Four Sigmatic products with code: modernmamas Shop 10% off Vital Choice Seafood and Organics with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Paleovalley with code: modernmamas Shop $15 off your first order at Public Goods with code: modernmamas Get 50% off your first order at HIYA with code: modernmamas --- Support this podcast: https://anchor

In this week’s episode of the Modern Mamas Podcast, Laura had the pleasure of interviewing Christine Platt of the Afrominimalist. Christine Platt is a literacy advocate and passionate activist for social justice and policy reform. A believer in the power of storytelling as a tool for social change, Christine’s literature centers on teaching race, equity, diversity and inclusion to people of all ages. On top of her work as an author (Evie’s favorite, by the way), Christine currently serves as the Managing Director of the Antiracist Research & Policy Center at American University. This episode dives deep into her story, her work, and the profound ways she’s inspiring change. Friends, this episode is a powerful one not to be missed. I hope you’ll tune in! Follow along on Instagram at @afrominimalist Check out their website: https://theafrominimalist.co Thank you to our Sponsors! Shop 15% off Beekeeper's Naturals products with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Four Sigmatic products with

In this episode, Jess sits down with Katherine Winter-Sellery. the CEO of the Conscious Parenting Revolution and creator of the Guidance Approach to Parenting.  Her work dives into everything from conflict-resolution skills to communicating more effectively with children and adults. My talk with Katherine couldn't have come at a better time amidst all of the challenges of parenting during a global pandemic, and we chat how to minimize misunderstandings and melt-downs, and communicate with more collaboration, cooperation and consideration. Follow along on Instagram at @katherinewintersellery Check out their website: www.Consciousparenting.com Free Ebook: Seven Strategies to Keep your relationship with your kids from hitting the boiling point Conscious Parenting Class on September 28th - use MODERNMAMAS20 for 20% off! Thank you to our Sponsors! Shop 15% off Beekeeper's Naturals products with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Four Sigmatic products with code: modernmamas Shop 10%

In this episode, Jess and Laura get together for another much needed catchup episode. Laura shares all of the details about wildfire evacuations, being forced back on the road, and the processing that's gone along with it. And Jess dives deeper into life in the midsts of distance learning and entrepreneur life. That, and so much more. We hope you'll tune in, and we'd love to hear from you! Want to add to the conversation? Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join us on Patreon!  Thank you to our Sponsors! Shop 15% off Beekeeper's Naturals products with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Four Sigmatic products with code: modernmamas Shop 10% off Vital Choice Seafood and Organics with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Paleovalley with code: modernmamas Shop $15 off your first order at Public Goods with code: modernmamas Get 50% off your first order at HIYA with code: modernmamas --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-modern-mamas-podcast/support

In this episode, Laura sits down for a chat with great friend and brilliant human, Dr. Lindsay Mumma. Lindsay is a wife, mother, and chiropractor with a background in rehab and performance that she applies to caring primarily for pregnant and postpartum patients. She is adamant about respect, values intentional communication, believes that truly anything is possible, and asks more questions than has answers. In this episode we cover all of the above and more, and we hope you’ll tune in! Want to add to the conversation? Connect with us on Instagram at @modernmamaspodcast Join us on Patreon!  Thank you to our Sponsors! Shop 15% off Beekeeper's Naturals products with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Four Sigmatic products with code: modernmamas Shop 10% off Vital Choice Seafood and Organics with code: modernmamas Shop 15% off Paleovalley with code: modernmamas Shop $15 off your first order at Public Goods with code: modernmamas Get 50% off your first order at HIYA with code: